Fireworks in November?!

Britain - November 5, 1605

A group of conspirators set out to burn down parliament, basically a religious battle between the catholics and King James I. After realizing that not only would parliament burn, but innocent people as well, there was a leak to a member of parliament through a letter warning the member not to be present on Nov 5. The King got wind of this letter and had the building searched. Guy Fawkes ( http://www.infoplease.com/spot/guyfawkes.html )was found in the cellar of parliament with 36 barrels of gunpowder. He was apprehended, tortured, and killed. Today the British remember this day by having huge bonfires and fireworks. It's been rumored that many British wonder whether the celebration is because the King was saved or the attempt to destroy government. :o)

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Whatever the reason for celebration - the presentation was great!

Jailee stayed awake for the whole thing - Just like July 4th!

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The weather has been unbelievably pleasant for this time of year. We remember being here in 2005 and waiting for our stuff to be dropped off so we could have winter coats! As you can see above, we dressed for chilly weather, but had to shed a few layers as the night was wonderful. We did get a bit of rain after the show, but nothing to complain about, like in our home state of Washington. We hear there's been flooding galore! Still, we miss it! Signing out for now - Happy Guy Fawkes Day!

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